Young Cultural Diplomacy Forum 2024 in Doha, Qatar: (Deadline 27 September, 2024)

The Center for Strategy and Cultural Diplomacy (CSCD) is now accepting applications for the Young Cultural Diplomacy Forum (YCDF) 2024 in Doha, Qatar. The forum is set to welcome applicants from all around the world to Join a 3-day summit from November 7-9, 2024. IELTS is not required. The forum is open to anyone with any academic background. Additionally, there are 5 fully funded seats and 15 partially funded seats. The Ideal candidate will receive a full package including Travel Expenses. More details about the YCDF Doha, the perks, and the application process are given below.

Details About Young Cultural Diplomacy Forum 2024 in Doha, Qatar

• Host Country: Qatar
• Funded by: Young Cultural Diplomacy Forum
• Summit Dates: November 7-9, 2024
• Deadline: 27th September 2024

Features of the Young Cultural Diplomacy Forum

The YCDF 2024 in Qatar is designed to explore the changing face of cultural diplomacy in the 21st century.

In a world where everything is connected by globalization and technology, we’ll talk about how AI can help with diplomacy, the diplomatic potential of Shakespeare’s plays, and the role of escapism and tourism in cultural exchange.

How the Middle Eastern Renaissance has impacted global diplomacy, the esthetic elements in shaping international policy, and the power of sports in promoting diplomacy are some of the topics to be discussed in this forum.

Features of the Program

• Development of Practical Skills: Learn how to navigate international relations and use literature, poetry, storytelling, and art to build bridges and solve global problems.
• Networking Opportunities: An opportunity to meet with like-minded people from all over the world.
• Contribution to a Collaborative Global Community: Be empowered to create positive change, foster respect, and strengthen cooperation among different cultures and communities
• Enhanced Understanding of Cultural Diplomacy: You will get a deeper understanding of cultural diplomacy and public diplomacy.

Modules of the YCDF 2024 in Qatar

• Middle Eastern Renaissance
• Shakespeare’s Performance Diplomacy
• The Aesthetic Turn in International Policy Making
• Literature, Poetry, and Storytelling in Cultural Diplomacy
• The Dual Role of Escapism and Tourism
• The Role of Sports in Public Diplomacy

Financial Support

Financial Support is available for the Participants:

• Five fully funded seats cover all summit expenses such as event merchandise, meals, accommodation, and additional perks.
• There are fifteen Partially Funded seats covering 50% of the summit fee.
• Airfare (Full Scholarship: 1 Seat): The Airfare is provided to the ONE best applicant, including Accommodation, conference access, sightseeing, attendance at the networking dinner, and all other activities planned by the organization.

What’s Included?

• Summit Invitation Letter
• Return Air Ticket to the Best Public Diplomat
• Accommodation for 3 Nights
• YCDF Personalized Merchandise
• Youth Statements & Interventions
•  Exceptional Community of Impact Creators
• Certificate of Participation
• Opportunity for Internship at CSCD Incubations
• 10 Weeks Virtual Course
• Opportunity to Work With Us

The CSCD organized the Young Public Diplomacy Summit in Istanbul in September 2024. Here is the Group picture below. Also, the Center for Strategy and Cultural Diplomacy is a UN Accredited Center

Eligibility Criteria

• The forum is open to all the nationals.
• IELTS is not required.
• Ideal for 16-40 years.
• Students, professionals, artists, travelers, social activists, and young aspirants in public diplomacy.

Selection Criteria for the Funded Category

• Quality of Application
• Education & Professional Experience
• Youth Engagement & Achievements
• Creative Project & Communication Skills
• Interview & Social Action Plan

How to Apply for the YCDF 2024 in Qatar?

The application process is online. Pay the application fee of $18 charged by the Center For Strategy & Cultural Diplomacy (the host of the event). The link to the official website is given below.

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